Community Science throughout the Morro Bay watershed
Learn more about ways that you can help keep our watershed clean and healthy throughout the year!
Other Opportunities
With technology at your fingertips, taking part in your community through science is easy & accessible.
You can make a difference locally or around the world through simple actions. Use your smart device to record data, find new places to explore, or learn new eco-friendly practices through the resources and apps listed below. These staff favorites are just a few examples of what is available for getting involved in scientific studies outside of the immediate Estuary Program projects.
iNaturalist
Contribute observations of plants and animals to this biodiversity database, build your own knowledge by identifying species contributed by others, learn more about the types of plants and animals found in your area, or connect with experts who can help you identify unfamiliar organisms in the app. From rare plants to common backyard birds, you can share your findings for science. Resource managers and ecologists can download data from the app to help them track when and where certain species can be found.
Save the Waves
Report threats to coastal environments on the mobile app to help address issues such as trash/litter, spills, access, water quality, and more. This information is crowd sourced and geotagged so that partners can go out to the location and try to address the threat.
Seafood Watch
The Monterey Bay Aquarium created this app to help you find sustainable producers and their products. You can get free, up-to-date seafood recommendations or search for species you are curious about to make sure that the food on your plate got there in an ocean-friendly way. This guide gives the names of nearby restaurants and stores that offer sustainable options and lets you access conservation studies and reports.
AllTrails
Hikes from all over the world upload photos, maps, stories, recommendations, tips, and details about hikes all to this site, helping you find your ideal outdoor adventure. Whether it’s a short walk, beachfront stroll, or hours of hiking in tough terrain, the app can help you find what is right for you. Contribute info to the app or just use it to find your path. Respect trail signs and leave no trace while hiking to protect wildlife and reduce erosion, and don’t forget to enjoy the fresh air, awesome wildlife, and beauty of all the new places you’ll see!